With snow in the Sierra, northern Rockies, and the northeast, answering that question may involve a full on powder chase or could simply mean leaving your home resort for a smaller, less crowded neighborhood ski area. So without further ado, here’s where to score President’s Day powder turns without the crazy crowds.

There’s a reason why the Mahre family calls White Pass home. The quaint ski hill provides some amazing access albeit without the big crowds. It’s also a powder mecca on a good day and can serve up some of the best tree skiing in the PNW

Brighton, UT

There’s just something awesome about the vibe at Brighton. Considered one of the less crowded ski areas close to Salt Lake, Brighton is rad on many levels. Look for this Utah resort to host some of the driest snow out of the President’s Day weekend storms.